A Better Way to Buy BooksA Better Way to Buy Books
New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery
A Conversation with Andy Hunter, Founder and CEO, Bookshop.org
34:29•12 Sept 2023
Andy Hunter's Mission: How Bookshop.org is Changing the Book Industry
Episode Overview
- Andy Hunter's childhood love for books inspired the creation of Bookshop.org
- Bookshop.org donates over 80% of its profits to independent bookstores
- The platform's unexpected success during the pandemic helped save hundreds of bookstores
- Bookshop.org plans to introduce e-books, allowing readers to support independent bookstores
- Hunter emphasizes the transformative power of books in shaping one's perspective
“The ability of a book to change the way you think about something is the best for me. When a book explodes your consciousness and it doesn't go back into the same shape it was in before, that is the best.”
Imagine a world where buying books online doesn't just feed corporate giants but also breathes life into your local bookstore. That's exactly what Andy Hunter envisioned when he founded Bookshop.org. In this episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery', host Marshall Poe chats with Hunter about his journey from a book-loving kid to the CEO of a revolutionary online platform.
Launched in January 2020, Bookshop.org donates over 80% of its profits to independent bookstores, offering a lifeline to these community treasures, especially during the pandemic's challenging times. Hunter opens up about the hurdles he faced, the rejections he overcame, and the sheer determination that fueled his mission. He also teases exciting future plans, like introducing e-books to keep supporting local bookstores.
Tune in to hear Hunter's personal reading recommendations and learn how books have the power to transform lives and perspectives.
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